Scientists recalculate the optimum binding energy for heterogeneous catalysis
Published Date: 10/18/2019
Source: sciencedaily.com
In a discovery that could lead to the development of novel catalysts that do not rely on expensive rare metals, scientists have shown that the optimal binding energy can deviate from traditional calculations, which are based on equilibrium thermodynamics, at high reaction rates. This means that reconsidering the design of catalysts using the new calculations may be necessary to achieve the best rates.